Rhododendron Swamp Azalea
Discover the Rhododendron Swamp Azalea, a native wetland shrub celebrated for its late-season bloom and captivating fragrance. This deciduous woody shrub produces clusters of white to blushing pink, funnel-shaped flowers with a strong clove-like scent, attracting bees and birds. Its lustrous green leaves transform into brilliant yellow, orange, and maroon hues in the fall. Thriving in acidic, humusy soil, it's remarkably tolerant of wet conditions and periodic flooding, making it ideal for stream banks, hedges, and mass plantings where moisture is abundant.
$34.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
2850
/ 3331
#2850 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-11%
Below average
Item Form
3
/ Trade Gallon (qt)
Who it's for
- Exceptional Summer Fragrance
- Unique Moisture Tolerance
- High Ecological Value
Who should skip it
- Slow Establishment Period
- Deciduous Winter Appearance
- Strict Soil Acidity Requirement
Key Specs
Item Form
Trade Gallon (3qt)
Mature Height
5 feet
Mature Width
12 feet
Light Requirements
Part Shade
Hardiness Zones
4 - 9
Bloom Color
Light Pink, White
Growth Rate
Not Specified
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer
Features
- Award-winning Royal Horticultural Society recipient
- Strong, sweet clove-like fragrance
- Tolerates wet soil and flooding
- Brilliant fall foliage color
- Attracts birds and butterflies
- Suitable for borders and hedges
- Native wetland shrub
- Fragrant flowers
What customers say
Customers consistently highlight the exceptional quality of the Rhododendron Swamp Azalea upon arrival. Reviewers frequently mention the plants are robust, well packaged, and establish reliably in the garden. The primary delight centers on the beautiful, highly fragrant white blooms which appear dependably each season. While some note the initial size is modest, the plant's vigorous growth and long term performance solidify its reputation for excellent garden reliability and lasting value.
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